Jiu-Jitsu

Jiu Jitsu is an intense, sometimes brutal martial art that focuses on close to mid-close range techniques. Becoming a Jiu Jitsu instructor takes more than extensive Jiu Jitsu training. It also requires focus, determination, dedication to the art and a high degree of personal and emotional maturity. more »

Choreographing a Jiu Jitsu routine is more difficult than it looks. Those slick Jiu Jitsu moves only come if you put in a lot of practice and, most importantly, already have solid Jiu Jitsu techniques under your belt. Once you have that foundation to start from, you're ready to start thinking about putting together a Jiu Jitsu routine. more »

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a martial arts discipline that uses elements of judo and ground fighting, with a special emphasis on techniques that can help a smaller fighter defeat a much larger opponent. Using a combination of choke holds, grappling and joint locks, Brazilian jiu-jitsu offers a system of self defense that also focuses on... more »

Jiu Jitsu is a martial arts sport that utilizes most of the techniques learned in Judo, but with more emphasis on the takedown and on floor fighting. With the onset of ammunition, Jiu Jitsu sports evolved and relied on much of its Judo ancestry to develop sporting guidelines. Master the physical and mental discipline of Judo and Jiu... more »

To maximize the fighting effectiveness of jiu-jitsu (and most other martial arts), you need to know how to transition between moves smoothly and without hesitation so you can dominate your opponent every step of the way. more »